Biomimetic solutions for microsystems
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Biomimetic solutions for microsystems
Mon, 14/11/2016 - 14:15
Location:
Speaker:
Dr. Jose Marques-Hueso
Affiliation:
University of Edinburgh
Synopsis:
In this talk I will outline various topics of my research on biomimetic techniques in different fields of microsystem technology.
First, I will show how the use of genetic algorithms enables the production of nanofocusing devices for integrated technologies. These devices were fabricated in silicon with 2 nm resolution and showed an optimal optical performance. Next, I will report the use of plasmonic nanocomposites for colorimetric sensing. These materials enable the miniaturisation of sensors, and with them it has been possible to detect important organic molecules, not only in low dilution but even in vapour. I will go on to speak about the added value that biomimetic strategies can bring in the field of additive manufacturing, especially in terms of metallic parts, circuitry and flexible electronics.
Finally, I will discuss the use of plant extracts for flexible electronics microfabrication, and how this has allowed us to decrease the production time by three orders of magnitude.
Biography:
Jose Marques-Hueso is a Research Fellow at the ISSS at Heriot-Watt University. He completed his MSc in Physics at the University of Valencia (Spain) and Johannes Gutenberg Universität Mainz (Germany). He went on to obtain a PG Cert. in Photonics and completed his PhD in Applied Physics in the Optoelectronic Materials and Devices Group. He has worked on the development of active and passive micro-structured devices and new nanocomposite materials, focusing mainly on microfabrication processes. In 2011, he joined Heriot-Watt University as a Research Associate to develop photon-managing technologies and optical conversion materials for third-generation solar cells. In 2014, he joined the ISSS to work on the implementation of biomimetic concepts in the field of additive manufacturing and microsystems. His interests are micro/nanofabrication, micro-devices (optoelectronic, sensors and actuators), optical conversion technologies and biomimetic additive manufacturing.